Tamiflu Warnings

Doctors aren't sure whether Tamiflu is safe for newborn babies less than 2 weeks of age.

You shouldn't take Tamiflu if you're allergic to it or any ingredient in the drug.

Tell your doctor if you have inherited a fructose intolerance or have a condition affecting your kidneys, liver, brain, kidney, lungs, or liver before taking Tamiflu.

For unexplained reasons, children are more likely than adults to experience rare and unusual side effects, such as sudden confusion, a change in behavior, seizures, and delirium.

Parents should keep a close eye on children taking Tamiflu and call the doctor immediately if they notice unusual behavior.

Pregnancy and Tamiflu

Some animal studies have shown that Tamiflu may be harmful to a developing fetus.

According to The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), pregnant and breastfeeding women can take Tamiflu, since risks that may occur with the flu are greater than those of the drug.

Although small amounts of Tamiflu enter breast milk, the CDC recommends Tamiflu for breastfeeding mothers rather than the other anti-flu drug zanamivir (Relenza).

Tell your doctor if you are pregnant, planning to become pregnant, or are breastfeeding before taking Tamiflu.

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Tamiflu Interactions

Tell your doctor and pharmacist about any drugs you're taking.

This includes prescription and over-the-counter (OTC) medications, vitamins and other dietary supplements (nutritional shakes, protein powders, etc.), herbal remedies, and any illegal and recreational drugs.

If you've just received the live flu vaccine given in the nostrils (FluMist Quadrivalent) or take Plavix (clopidogrel), tell your doctor before taking Tamiflu.

Tamiflu and Alcohol

Alcohol weakens the immune system and can cause dehydration and stomach discomfort.

Avoid drinking alcohol while taking Tamiflu.

Tamiflu and Grapefruit Juice

Whether or not the liver breaks Tamiflu down the same way that it processes grapefruit juice remains unclear.

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